Description
A cozy and nutritious soup that combines the comforting flavors of traditional lasagna into a hearty bowl, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz whole wheat lasagna noodles, broken into pieces
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat over medium and brown the ground turkey or chicken, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add in the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, and Italian seasoning; bring it to a gentle boil.
- Toss in the broken lasagna noodles, cooking until they are tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in the ricotta cheese and allow it to simmer for a few minutes, blending the flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot, topped with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For extra convenience, swap the meat for plant-based options or use gluten-free noodles. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg